Lakefront Living at Its Finest – Beautifully Updated Ponderosa Ranch Home! Experience the best of lake life in this stunning lakefront ranch home on the shores of Lake Ponderosa. Featuring over 1,800 sq ft of finished living space, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and modern updates—including brand-new vinyl siding on both the home and the detached garage for enhanced curb appeal and durability. Step through the back door and be immediately greeted by panoramic views of the peaceful east lake, with your very own 50 feet of private waterfront nestled in a quiet cove. The main level includes a spacious kitchen, dining area, laundry room, full bath, and the primary bedroom—all designed for convenient, one-level living. Head downstairs to the walkout basement, where you’ll find a cozy second living area with a wood-burning fireplace, two additional bedrooms, and a 3/4 bath—perfect for hosting guests or enjoying extra privacy. Step out onto the large screened-in patio to take in breathtaking views of the lake, rain or shine. In addition to the 2-car detached garage, there's a bonus under-garage space, ideal for a workshop, man cave, or extra storage for all your lake toys. Unwind around the brick firepit, fish off the floating dock, or lower your boat with the covered electric lift and head out for a day of boating, fishing, swimming, or simply floating in the sun.
Pending
Price cut: $10K (5/6)
$599,900
207 Cottage Ln, Montezuma, IA 50171
3beds
998sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
7,440 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$601/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Floating dockLakefront ranch homeWalkout basementSpacious kitchenDining areaLaundry roomBrick firepit
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Listed by:
Patrice Noble (515)505-2363,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 736406
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Propane, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 998
- Total interior livable area: 998 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 864
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Enclosed Porch, Fire Pit, Patio
Lot
- Size: 7,440 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 6301945500
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA name: Lake Ponderosa Association
- Second HOA name: HOA Managed
Location
- Region: Montezuma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $601/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $553,130
- Annual tax amount: $4,954
- Date on market: 3/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 98 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,774 -3.6% | $553,130 +12.6% |
| 2024 | $4,954 +14.4% | $491,400 |
| 2023 | $4,332 -0.8% | $491,400 +36.5% |
| 2022 | $4,366 +16.1% | $360,100 |
| 2021 | $3,760 +1.7% | $360,100 +26.6% |
| 2020 | $3,696 +9.1% | $284,530 |
| 2019 | $3,388 +1.3% | $284,530 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $3,346 +10.6% | $252,920 |
| 2017 | $3,026 | $252,920 +10.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $228,690 |
| 2015 | -- | $228,690 +2.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $222,230 |
| 2013 | -- | $222,230 +2.3% |
| 2012 | $2,198 +92.5% | $217,280 |
| 2007 | $1,142 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50171
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Montezuma Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 6/10Montezuma Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 7/10Montezuma High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Montezuma
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- Iowa
- Poweshiek County
- Montezuma
- 50171
- 207 Cottage Ln




